@Jake BarrutiaRed flag - do not acceptMake them pay monthly.

that said the other issues are a red flag.  

Also, look out for red flags like neglect, possible liens, and unpermitted renovations.### FinancingMake sure you have your financial matters in order.

And how about current Boeing CEO, a culprit in death of hundreds of Americans?

Keep and eye on the American Families Tax Relief Act. 

Start small - get yourself a househack, learn from your own experience of owning the rental property you live in, continue to educate yourself with reliable resources, and then worry about the next home.Having just one solid investment will put you ahead of most Americans than trying to find a way to buy 10 doors out of state in an area you don't even understand. 

I'm part of an Asian American real estate group called SARE with multiple chapters in SoCal.

You may be right that listings with dollar amounts in the descriptions are being flagged. 

Your post in the other forum was flagged and was grabby.

The costs to purchase and hold real estate are continuing to increase requiring most Americans to devote nearly 50% of their income to housing expenses.